ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II - 64000519

About the role

This professional Environmental Specialist II position functions independently for the DOH in Lee County, Environmental Health division in the Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) program. The duties include reviewing residential applications and plans, accepting and issuing permits for residential systems, performing site evaluations, conducting inspections, investigating sanitary nuisance complaints, and enforcing compliance with public health standards.

Responsibilities

• Review residential applications and plans, accept and issue permits for residential systems
• Perform site evaluations, inspections, and investigations of newly installed and repaired systems
• Investigate sanitary nuisance complaints and enforce compliance with public health standards
• Meet or consult with clients, government officials, property owners, and other interested parties regarding inspections and future development of sites
• Present expert witness testimony and represent the department in legal proceedings involving noncompliant persons or facilities
• Perform program state inspections at least once per year and enforce instances of noncompliance
• Coordinate and oversee the enforcement of assigned program requirements
• Regulate and enforce water and sewer connections, conditions propagating sanitary nuisances, and overcrowding in Mobile Home/RV parks
• Enter permit, inspection, and enforcement information into the Environmental Health Database (EHD)
• Respond to Everbridge Emergency alerts within 60 minutes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 30 credit hours in a related science field
• Certified Environmental Health Professional in the OSTDS program or Registered Sanitarian Certification FEHA or NEHA as required by Florida Statute 381.0101, or comparable experience
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental principles, practices, & procedures
• Knowledge of basic computer skills, the Environmental Health Database (EHD) program, EHD Mobile App, and Hosted Fax
• Knowledge of field equipment required for OSTDS inspections
• Ability to operate general office equipment and follow office procedures & practices
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally & in writing
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to prioritize individual workload
• Ability to lift & carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with the public in a tactful and courteous manner
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques